BP – Department of Petroleum Reservoir Engineering
Bologna Process
Department of Petroleum Reservoir Engineering
The Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Petroleum Reservoir Engineering at the University of Mosul is a comprehensive four-year program designed to prepare highly qualified specialists for the global energy sector. The curriculum equips students with the advanced technical skills required to excel in the oil and gas industry. Aligned with the international standards of the Bologna Process, students are awarded their degree upon the successful completion of 240 academic credits.
The program provides students with a solid foundation in mathematics and basic sciences, as well as the principles of geology, petroleum geology, and petroleum engineering. This is followed by advanced study in the core disciplines of petroleum reservoir engineering, including formation evaluation, production, drilling, reservoir simulation, well testing, and production optimization, supported by studies in petroleum economics, artificial intelligence applications, and 3D modeling. The curriculum integrates theoretical knowledge with advanced laboratory experiments, field training, engineering design, research activities, and project-based learning to develop technical competence and professional skills. Graduates acquire the analytical, practical, numerical, and problem-solving abilities necessary to evaluate, model, manage, and sustainably improve oil and gas reservoirs. The program also prepares graduates for professional engineering practice and lifelong learning, while fostering ethical responsibility, safety, interdisciplinary teamwork, innovation, and a commitment to serving national development and enhancing global competitiveness in the energy sector. For more details, please visit the following link: Program-Catalogue-2025-2026-1.pdf and Vision, Mission, and Goals Department of Petroleum Reservoir Engineering – College of Petroleum and Mining Engineering.
The Petroleum Reservoir Engineering Program aims to:
- Provide modern academic programs in oil and gas engineering aligned with international standards and the needs of the labor market.
- Enable students to use artificial intelligence and digital modeling techniques for efficient reservoir analysis and management.
- Promote applied scientific research to address technical and environmental challenges in the oil and gas industry and support sustainability projects.
- Build strategic partnerships with national and international oil companies to provide practical training and employment opportunities for graduates.
- Offer technical and scientific consultations to governmental institutions and companies, contributing to efficient and environmentally responsible petroleum resource management.
- Prepare research-oriented professionals capable of innovation, continuous development, and competing in both local and global markets.
For more details, please visit the following link: Vision, Mission, and Goals Department of Petroleum Reservoir Engineering – College of Petroleum and Mining Engineering.
Upon successful completion of the program requirements, graduates are awarded the Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Petroleum Reservoir Engineering by the University of Mosul.
The program is classified at Level 6 of the Iraqi National Qualifications Framework (INQF), or its equivalent, in accordance with the regulations and guidelines of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MOHESR).
Admission to the Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Petroleum Reservoir Engineering program is governed by the regulations and admission policies of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MOHESR) and the University of Mosul. Applicants must meet the approved admission criteria for engineering programs.
To be awarded the Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Petroleum Reservoir Engineering, students must successfully satisfy all graduation requirements, including:
- Successful completion of all 240 ECTS credits, including all compulsory in the curriculum.
- Achievement of the minimum graduation requirements in accordance with the regulations of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MOHESR) and the University of Mosul.
- Successful completion of all required laboratory work, field training, and other practical components of the program, where applicable.
- Compliance with all academic regulations governing assessment, progression, and graduation as approved by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MOHESR) and the University of Mosul.
For more details, please visit the following link: Program-Catalogue-2025-2026-1.pdf.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and transfer of academic credits are considered only in cases of student transfer or course equivalency, in accordance with the regulations and instructions of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MOHESR) and the University of Mosul.
Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Petroleum Reservoir Engineering program, graduates are expected to achieve the following Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) or Graduate Outcomes (GOs), which describe the knowledge, skills, and professional competencies required upon graduation:
GO1: An ability to recognize, identify, formulate and solve engineering problems in petroleum reservoir engineering field by applying the principles of engineering, science and mathematics.
GO2: An ability to produce engineering designs that meet the required needs within specific restrictions for public health and safety, and global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors by applying analysis and synthesis processes in the design.
GO3: An ability to create and implement appropriate measurements and tests with ensuring quality, analyze and interpret the results, and the ability to make engineering judgments to reach conclusions.
GO4: An ability to effectively communicate with various segments of society.
GO5: An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering issues, and make sound judgments that consider consequences in financial, environmental, societal and global matters.
GO6: An ability to recognize the necessity of continuing self-development of professional knowledge and how to obtain, evaluate, accumulate and apply it properly.
GO7: An ability to work effectively within teams, set goals, plan events, meet deadlines, and manage risk.
The Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Petroleum Reservoir Engineering program is aligned with the Iraqi National Qualifications Framework (INQF) at Level 6. The following table illustrates how the program’s Graduate Outcomes correspond to the key learning domains defined by the INQF, ensuring that graduates acquire the knowledge, skills, competencies, and professional values required for effective engineering practice and lifelong learning:
| Learning Domain |
Program Learning Outcomes / Graduate Outcomes (GOs) |
| Knowledge and Understanding | Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of mathematics, engineering sciences, and Petroleum Reservoir engineering principles to identify, formulate, analyze, and solve engineering problems, and to produce engineering designs that meet applicable engineering standards and societal needs. (GO1, GO2) |
| Skills | Apply engineering methods to conduct measurements, laboratory experiments, field investigations, data analysis, engineering judgment, and the effective use of modern engineering software and technologies in Petroleum Reservoir engineering practice. (GO3) |
| Application | Apply engineering knowledge and technical skills to design, implement, manage, and evaluate petroleum reservoir engineering projects while considering public health and safety, environmental sustainability, economic factors, and engineering quality standards. (GO2, GO3, GO5) |
| Values | Demonstrate effective communication, teamwork, ethical and professional responsibility, leadership, commitment to lifelong learning, and continuous professional development while serving society responsibly. (GO4, GO5, GO6, GO7) |
The Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) are achieved through the integrated delivery of the Petroleum Reservoir Engineering curriculum. The following matrix presents the alignment between the core courses and the Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs), demonstrating how each course contributes to the development of the knowledge, skills, and professional competencies expected of graduates.
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| Course Name | GO1 | GO2 | GO3 | GO4 | GO5 | GO6 | GO7 |
| English Language | ✓ | ||||||
| Reservoir Fluid Properties (PVT) | ✓ | ✓ | |||||
| Petrophysics | ✓ | ||||||
| Well Logging & Formation Evaluation | ✓ | ✓ | |||||
| Reservoir Engineering I & II | ✓ | ✓ | |||||
| Drilling Fluid & Hydraulics | ✓ | ✓ | |||||
| Casing Design and Cementing | ✓ | ||||||
| Production Engineering I | ✓ | ||||||
| Nodal Analysis | ✓ | ✓ | |||||
| Well Testing | ✓ | ✓ | |||||
| Secondary & Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) | ✓ | ✓ | |||||
| Reservoir Simulation | ✓ | ✓ | |||||
| Petroleum Economics & Risk Management | ✓ | ||||||
| Artificial Intelligence in Petroleum Engineering | ✓ | ||||||
| Summer Field Training | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |||
| Graduation Project | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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Graduates of the Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Petroleum Reservoir Engineering are qualified to pursue professional careers in a wide range of public and private sectors in Iraq, including:
- Ministry of Oil companies and state oil organizations (e.g., North Oil Company, South Oil Company, Basra Oil Company, Midland Oil Company, etc.).
- International oil operating companies and joint-venture field operators in Iraq.
- Reservoir engineering, reservoir management, and Field Development Planning (FDP) departments.
- Petrophysics, formation evaluation, and well logging service companies that operating in Iraqi oilfields.
- Production engineering and well testing supervision and field management teams.
- Reservoir simulation and numerical modeling support units working on complex Iraqi fractured and carbonate reservoirs.
- Secondary recovery and Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) divisions that focusing on waterflooding and pressure maintenance projects in major Iraqi oilfields.
- Drilling, well completion, and reservoir stimulation operations contractors.
- Petroleum economics, commercial evaluation, and technical risk assessment offices handling Technical Service Contracts (TSCs) and Licensing Rounds.
Graduates of the Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Petroleum Reservoir Engineering are eligible to apply for Master’s degree program at top-tier national universities, such as the University of Baghdad, including:
- Master’s degree in Petroleum Engineering.
- Master’s degree in Petroleum Reservoir Engineering.
- Master’s degree in Production and Drilling Engineering.
The Petroleum Reservoir Engineering Program adopts the examination, assessment, and grading regulations approved by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MOHESR) and the University of Mosul. Student performance is assessed through a variety of continuous and summative assessment methods, including:
- Continuous assessment (quizzes, assignments, and classroom activities).
- Midterm
- Final
- Laboratory reports and practical
- Engineering design projects and
- Summer
- Oral presentations and
- Graduation project
- Compliance with academic integrity regulations and institutional policies regarding academic misconduct, cheating, and plagiarism
To be eligible for the award of the Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Petroleum Reservoir Engineering, students must successfully fulfill all graduation requirements in accordance with the regulations of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MOHESR) and the University of Mosul, including:
- Successful completion of all 240 ECTS credits and all compulsory courses specified in the curriculum.
- Achievement of the minimum graduation requirements, including the required cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA), in accordance with the applicable
- Successful completion of the graduation project and all required laboratory, practical, and summer training components.
- Fulfillment of all academic and administrative requirements for the award of the bachelor’s degree.
The Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Petroleum Reservoir Engineering is a four-year, full-time undergraduate program delivered in accordance with the Bologna Process and comprising 240 ECTS credits. The program adopts a student-centered learning approach that integrates theoretical lectures, laboratory experiments, practical applications, engineering design, field training, project-based learning, and modern petrophysical and reservoir engineering software. Students are trained to utilize industry-standard software for numerical reservoir simulation, formation evaluation, including Interactive Petrophysics (IP), Petrel, Python for engineering data science, and CMG. These learning activities are further supported by seminars, technical workshops, and field training to enhance students’ technical competence, digital skills, and readiness for professional engineering practice in the oil and gas sector.
Program Coordinator of the Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Petroleum Reservoir Engineering
The Program Coordinator is responsible for the overall coordination, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Petroleum Reservoir Engineering program. The role includes overseeing the implementation of the curriculum, monitoring the achievement of the Graduate Outcomes, coordinating academic activities among faculty members and students, supervising laboratory and field training activities, and ensuring alignment with the University of Mosul’s quality assurance policies, the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MOHESR) regulations, and program accreditation requirements. The Program Coordinator also supports curriculum review and enhancement to ensure that the program remains responsive to advances in petroleum reservoir, industry needs, and emerging technologies.
